2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2006 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2006 Dacia Logan and 2006 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Holden Barina (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dacia Logan | 2006 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Dacia | Holden |
| Model | Logan | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
